Shark cartilage

Shark Cartilage is a dietary supplement made from the dried and powdered cartilage of a shark; that is, from the tough material that composes a shark's skeleton. Shark cartilage is claimed to combat and/or prevent a variety of illnesses, most notably cancer. It is often marketed under the names Carticin, Cartilade, or BeneFin. Shark cartilage is a popular alternative medicine for those with cancer or those at risk. The notion is that sharks cannot get cancer; therefore, ingesting their cartilage will give humans greater immunity to it. While this may be true, shark cartilage has several other benefits that promote a healthy overall well-being.